Gun Violence

Police say a woman was holding a firearm to her head in the 900 block of Erie Avenue, and that she was shot by officers after pointing the firearm in their direction.

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis told the gathering that the administration still considers combatting gun violence a top issue.

Members of the gun rights lobby had argued that the state’s infrastructure was faulty, and could result in a de facto ban for would-be buyers.

La aplicación del estado, que los funcionarios tienen hasta 30 días para tramitar, aún no está disponible, lo que ha llevado a un opositor a predecir una prohibición temporal.

The launch of the Survivor Connection online website and the Association of Gun Violence Reporters both seek to provide training and support.

An effort led by local researchers and survivors is reshaping how journalists tell stories of trauma, healing, and prevention.

The state’s application, which officials have up to 30 days to process, still isn’t available, leading one foe to predict a temporary ban on buying guns.

A person was detained, said Chester County's district attorney, adding that it was possible that there might be another shooter. Classes will be suspended Monday.

Coatesville police are banking on ShotSpotter to help combat gun violence in Chester County's only city.

Leaders in Dover reviewed new research and data, explored solutions to violence and highlighted Laurel's positive approach to prevention.

Violent crime in Camden has seen a dramatic turnaround — with zero homicides recorded this summer. ...

The shooting at daybreak Wednesday targeted the ICE office building, including a van in a gated entryway that held detainees.

Authorities say the shooter opened fire from a roof. The man killed one detainee and wounded two others in a transport van before taking his own life.

Democrats’ one-vote House majority could derail the bills before they could be sent to the Senate, given the voting record of one comparatively conservative Democrat.

Matthew James Ruth, 24, opened fire on officers from inside his ex-girlfriend's rural Pennsylvania house. He is accused of stalking her, according to officials.